Top Thessaloniki Historical Tours

Tracing the footsteps of Alexander the Great and other historical Macedonian figures can be tiring work, so savvy travelers will often schedule some downtime in Thessaloniki to rejuvenate. Instead of spending that time in a hotel or local spa, this tour offers the chance to bathe in the waters at the Loutra Pozar. Pozar's naturally warm water attracts visitors from throughout Macedonia, and this tour makes it easy to visit and bathe in a single day.

Leave Thessaloniki for a day and discover ancient Dion and Mt. Olympus without the stress of public transport or hire cars. Travel to Dion Archaeological Park, home to city ruins dating from the 6th century BC; and explore its relics and museum. Next, visit Mt. Olympus, the home of the gods in Greek mythology, and walk in the Epinea Gorge to absorb the scenery surrounding the peak before returning.

Making a day trip to the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora from Thessaloniki can be difficult without a self-drive car. This full-day tour eliminates transport stresses: taking you direct to the medieval rock-pinnacle monasteries by comfortable air-conditioned minivan or coach, and with a guide to explain the monasteries’ construction, art, and history. On arrival, tour two of the six retreats and enjoy lunch (own expense) in nearby Kalampaka before your return.

Immerse yourself in the world of Alexander the Great and Greek history during this full-day, guided tour that visits archeological sites, tombs, and includes a traditional Greek lunch. Learn about regional history and culture from Ancient Greece through the Byzantie era to modern-day Greece and see the Mecedonian plain stretched out before you.

Skip out on the resort crowds at Thessaloniki and head to the rugged coast of Chalkidiki for this day trip full of dramatic sights and photo opportunities. Cruise around the shore of Ouranoupoli and the ‘holy mountain’ of Mount Athos. See the mountainside monasteries from which Athos takes its reputation, from the colorful Monastery of Docheiariou to the grand Holy Monastery of Simonos Petras. Spend the afternoon on the water, taking in the views and the ocean air.

Experience the rich history and impressive design of the Meteora Monasteries, even if you don’t have access to a car. On this guided tour from Thessaloniki, travel through the plains of central Greece to reach the remote UNESCO-listed structures, perched high on a jutting cliff. Step inside two of the six surviving monasteries, learning about their origins and legacy from a guide. A lunch stop in the nearest town of Kalambaka completes the visit to this inspiring sacred destination.

Experience the rich historical legacy of Thessaloniki during this private walking tour led by a local archaeologist. Discover a variety of UNESCO World Heritage monuments from the Byzantine and Roman eras, visit the famous White Tower, and step back in time at the Greek Agora and Roman Forum. A private guide and a snack are included.

Since the middle of the fourteenth century, over twenty monasteries have been built at the top of Meteora, a precipitous rock formation of pillars and cliffs that looms over the Greek countryside. Only six remain today; on this tour, you’ll visit two perched atop these ‘columns of the sky’. Spend your morning in close encounter with these marvels of faith and architectural prowess, then take the afternoon to explore Kalabaka, the town at the foot of the pillars.

If you’d prefer to avoid the parking hell that is downtown Thessaloniki, take it easy on this guided city tour. Stroll through the streets of the Old Town and walk along the city walls. See sights from the White Tower to the Arch of Galerius, the Rotunda, and the Church of Agios Dimitrios, and stop at the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. Tour includes transfers and guiding but excludes entrance fees.

Starting from the Monastiriotes Synagogue, the only pre-war synagogue in the city, we aspire to connect places, spaces, signs, streets, buildings, squares and markets with the Jewish presence in the city. Seeking the visible and invisible traces of the human stories, customs, religious rituals, traditions, great moments but also painful losses of the Holocaust, we walk in the center of Thessaloniki and we will visit the city’s Jewish Museum.

Take a deep dive into the culture of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia during this full-day small-group visit to the Pella and Vergina archaeological sites. Travel with no more than 15 total guests to explore Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and Vergina, the ancient capital city that today is home to a museum with artifacts like the royal tomb of King Philip the Second.

Spare yourself the hassle of self-drive on this convenient tour of two key sites from ancient Macedonia: a must-do for fans of archaeology and ancient history. Start at Pella, birthplace of Alexander the Great, then explore Aigai (Vergina), once the capital of Macedonia and now a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the tomb of King Philip II, Alexander’s father. Your tour includes door-to-door transfers and guiding but excludes entrance fees.

This a Jewish Heritage walking tour in Thessaloniki's city centre, where the main Jewish community used to live and work for centuries. Although not much of the old buildings is nowadays preserved in this neighbourhood, due to the terrible fire of 1917 and the World War II distructions, the Jewish Community of Thessaloniki has tried to show and renovate the main sites related to the Jewish Heritage. This tour can be done in the mornings only, when the sites are open until 14.00 - not on Saturdays. A longer tour can also be arranged out of the city centre upon request by private transportation to see the east-side of the city with the old Jewish villas of the early 20th century, the new Jewish cemetery on the west-end and also the old railway station, known for the Holocaust deportation of 50.000 Jews by the Nazis by trains.

We travel among Christian, Byzantine and Contemporary culture discovering monuments lying in front of us, accompanying our excursion with the ancient philosophy of viticulture, while enjoying the variety of local wines in a fine winery.

Seeing all of Meteora's monasteries in a single day is a big undertaking, particularly in the height of Summer or during the region's bitter Winter. Take the time to see each unique monastery at this UNESCO World Heritage Site with this two-day tour departing Thessaloniki. Splitting the tour across two days makes it easy to enjoy both a sunset and a morning at the historic sites, even during long Summer days.

You don’t need to miss out on the towering peaks and pinnacles of Meteora just because you’re staying in Thessaloniki. Take the hassle out of transportation with this convenient tour that includes round-trip train tickets and a small-group guided tour. See all six of the iconic monasteries and explore inside one or two.

Meteora private tour from Thessaloniki The Meteora Monasteries - UNESCO World Heritage Site. A geological phenomenon unique in the world. Impressive mysterious monasteries built on huge sandstone cliffs. Originally, access was only possible using winches and rope ladders. It wasn't until 1925 that there were stairs. The Meteora private tour from Thessaloniki is offered with a German and English speaking driver and guide.

Exploring Greece’s Mt. Athos peninsula—where medieval monasteries pepper the forested slopes—is near-impossible alone, with many areas off-limits to visitors. This full-day cruise trip from Thessaloniki makes it possible, with the benefit of added commentary. Admire the scenery and sail by the still-working monasteries as you learn detail about them you’d probably otherwise miss. Plus, visit a nearby seaside town and enjoy traditional Greek entertainment as you sail back.

The tour begins at the White Tower of Thessaloniki, which is the most commonly known monument of Thessaloniki and the symbol of the city because of its prominent position, long history and implosive architecture. Your tour then continues towards the Nea Paralia where you will be able to see the statue of Alexander the Great and then you can admire the famous umbrellas a true ornament of the City. Coming back you will visit the OTE Tower located in Thessaloniki’s International Fair Grounds and from there you have the option to enjoy your coffee on the Tower’s café bar or to follow the rest of the group at the final stops on the Arch of Galerius (Kamara).

We spesialized in private day trips, city tours or sailing cruises. We live in Thessaloniki up to 30 years. Your tour is gonna be a great experience! Additional info There are many beautiful sights. You are encouraged to bring a camera along. But if you don’t… we have a camera for you! Weather will not affect the operation of the tours. However if canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date Pick up from your hotel in Thessaloniki Departure time: 09:00 am Duration: 3 hours or 6 hours Return details: Returns to original Pick up point

Discover the captivating clifftop monasteries of Meteora on a full-day tour from Thessaloniki. With a name that means ‘suspended in the air,’ Meteora is one of the most striking architectural sites in Greece thanks to its sky-high community of Orthodox retreats and many-layered past dating back to prehistoric times. Travel to the UNESCO-listed site with a private guide for an unforgettable tour of this natural and cultural treasure. Price is per vehicle, based on a maximum of three passengers.

We start our tour at the Upper Town (Ano Poli) at Trigoniou Tower, where we visit the Old Monastery of Vlatadon. Later on, walking through the picturesque alleys of Ano Poli, we reach the Church of Hosios David. Afterwards, we continue our Byzantine walk and visit the church of Saint Nicholas Orphanos. Then, we make our way to the Byzantine Bath of Thessaloniki. We realize our next stop at the glorious Rotunda, one of the most ancient and most impressive monuments of the city. Near Rotunda, the Church of Saint Panteleimon is located. Our next stop takes place at Aristotelous square, in the city centre, where we visit the church of Panagia Chalkeon. Finally we visit the church of Saint Sofia, the «Big Church», as it used to be the metropolitan church of the city with the famous mural painting on its dome of the 9th century and the Early-Christian chapiters of the 5th century. Saint Sofia, as well as all the previous monuments we visit, are part of the World Heritage sites of UNESCO.

See Meteora’s rocktop monasteries on a day trip from Thessaloniki. Travel to Kalambaka to visit two of these six UNESCO-listed sanctuaries, each built on a giant rock pillar between the 14th and 16th centuries. Absorb their interiors and views, and learn how and why they were constructed. Before returning to Thessaloniki, stop to see the Valley of Tempi gorge. Includes coach transport, guide, and selected hotel pickup and drop-off, with entrance fees at own expense.

This private guided experience is unique for the North of Greece visitors, who are interested to see and hear where Christianity all started in Europe and the rest of the world. It is a must-see attraction when travelling in the Steps of St. Paul. Philippi site is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage list and excavations are still going on in this vast site. The ancient theatre of Philippi is used in summertime for the summer Philippi festival plays and concerts today.